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Accord News archive

Accord News was published between December 2007 and May 2009. Archived issues are still available on this page and contain many useful tips and information related to running and participating in an accord.

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Issue 31 - 13 May2009
  • Strategy rollout – Holroyd Liquor Accord agrees to proactive serving practices
  • Did you know – The Liquor Act protects accords
  • Legal eagle - Incident registers must be in the approved format

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Issue 30 - 28 April 2009
  • On the launch pad – A new accord for the Murray Shire
  • Did you know – Accord fees should at least cover administration costs
  • Must read - Responsible promotion of alcohol guidelines

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Issue 29 - 14 April 2009
  • Enforcement update – Incident registers – purchase now
  • Well done – Decanting of drinks in Newcastle City
  • Strategy rollout - Gilgandra’s ‘Night Rider’ taxi voucher scheme

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Issue 28 - 31 March 2009
  • Enforcement update – Inspectors refused entry in Sydney
  • Strategy rollout – Barrier’s drink restrictions
  • OLGR offer - Developing your business plan

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Issue 27 - 17 March 2009
  • Well done – Coffs Harbour accord now online – Drink for fun, not for life
  • Strategy review – Sutherland and Miranda’s ‘Shire Shuttle’
  • OLGR offer - Move forward using our constitution template

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Issue 26 - 3 March 2009
  • Legal eagle – Mandatory contributions to an accord
  • OLGR offer - Ejected patron legislation made easy
  • Did you know - Does your accord deserve an award?

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Issue 25 - 12 February 2009
  • Enforcement update – Targeting the sale of alcohol without a licence
  • Well done – Monitoring Randwick Racecourse security at the click of a button
  • Strategy review – Drinks without dramas in Tuggerah Lakes

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Issue 24 - 3 February 2009
  • Enforcement update – Well prepared for Tamworth Country Music Festival
  • Strategy rollout – Moree’s message raises awareness of underage drinking
  • Legal eagle – Tasmanian publican’s duty of care

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Issue 23 - 20 January 2009
  • Well done – Successful schoolies strategy in Singleton
  • Strategy review – Drinking is no excuse for abuse
  • Strategy rollout – Giving cabbies the slip in St George

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Issue 22 - 6 January 2009
  • Workshops – Liquor Act 2007, Director’s policy and RSA on the frontline
  • Well done – Upper Hunter Liquor Accord gets connected
  • Strategy rollout – Takeaway by ten in Tomaree

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Issue 21 - 23 December 2008
  • Strategy review – Don’t get caught with a fake ID in Hornsby & Ku-ring-gai
  • Strategy rollout – Take the bus and avoid drink driving in The Hills
  • Must read - Free soft drinks for designated drivers in Richmond Valley and Kyogle

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Issue 20 - 9 December 2008
  • Enforcement update – Casino, Liquor and Gaming Control Authority approval of incident registers
  • Strategy review – Byron Bay accord’s key to success with Schoolies
  • Must read - Director of Liquor and Gaming guidelines for RSA marshals

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Issue 19 - 25 November 2008
  • Enforcement update – Mandatory financial contributions
  • Strategy review – Melanie Suitor talks about ‘Catch Ya Later Condo’
  • Strategy rollout – Zero tolerance – Campbelltown says no to intoxication

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Issue 18 - 11 November 2008
  • Well done – Licensees praised for Cup day efforts
  • Enforcement update – Director of Liquor and Gaming mandates participation
  • Strategy rollout – Hamilton Liquor Accord implements three month trial

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Issue 17.1 - 28 October 2008
  • Enforcement update – OLGRs joint operation with Coffs Clarence LAC
  • Strategy rollout – Shoalhaven’s Liquor Accord on site education program
  • Well done – 7000 enjoy Hunter Valley’s Jazz in the Vines

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Issue 17 - 21 October 2008
  • Enforcement update – Director uses new powers under section 54 of the Liquor Act
  • Strategy rollout – Alcohol message all taped up in Byron Bay
  • Well done – Newcastle Jockey Club takes their RSA message to the front page

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Issue 16 - 14 October 2008
  • On the launch pad – Warren Liquor Accord off to the right start
  • Enforcement update – Licensees reminded of their duty of care
  • Feedback – What does your accord need to grow and develop?

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Issue 15 - 7 October 2008
  • Enforcement– Casino, Liquor & Gaming Authority orders short term closure
  • Strategy rollout – Maitland CBD licensed venues’ 2am lockout
  • Accords national – Newspaper’s campaign against alcohol related violence

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Issue 14 - 30 September 2008
  • Enforcement – Bathurst gears up for the annual V8 Supercar Race
  • Strategy review – Bega Valley conducts security course
  • Must read – The avoidable costs of alcohol abuse in Australia

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Issue 13 - 23 September 2008
  • Workshops – RSA on the Sideline for major sporting venues
  • Strategy rollout – New RSA strategy launched by the Australian Jockey Club
  • Must read – Nine types of heavy drinker identified in England

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Issue 12 - 16 September 2008
  • Workshops – RSA on the Frontline and the Liquor Act 2007
  • Strategy rollout – Hastings Accord bans the shots
  • Strategy review – Planning for the Lismore Centenary Cup celebrations

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Issue 11 - 9 September 2008
  • On the launch pad – City of Sydney CBD Liquor Accord restructures
  • Strategy rollout – Key partners working together in Griffith
  • Personality profile – Doug Grand, chairperson, Kings Cross Liquor Accord

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Issue 10 - 2 September 2008
  • On the launch pad – Wollongong Liquor Accord restructured
  • Strategy rollout – Wagga Liquor Accord introduces drink restrictions
  • Strategy review – Griffith’s Jolly Trolley resumes safe passage home

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Issue 9 - 26 August 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Manly’s commitment to a safer entertainment precinct
  • Well done – Miranda Accord hosts RSA on the Frontline at Cronulla Leagues Club
  • Legal Eagle – Heavy fines for serving an intoxicated patron alcohol

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Issue 8 - 19 August 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Blacktown launches a safer ticket to ride
  • Legal eagle – Procedure for mandatory accord participation
  • Funding sources – Don’t miss out on funding for your next accord project

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Issue 7 - 12 August 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Campsie Police educate rather than penalise. It’s ‘Your Choice’
  • Strategy review – Gunnedah Police, community and licensees buck the trend
  • Well done – Great Lakes educate year 10 and 11 students on drugs and alcohol

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Issue 6 - 5 August 2008
  • Enforcement update – Byron Bay’s Splendour in the Grass music festival
  • Accords national – Victorian – Sale Liquor Accord – ‘Know Before You Go’
  • Funding – Eurobodalla – Supply Means Supply

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Issue 5 - 29 July 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Goulburn accord gets students to ‘Think the Drink’ for free
  • Strategy review – 1 punch = 1 year policy in Bathurst
  • Well done – Bourke leads the way with a unique forum

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Issue 4 - 22 July 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Need to get home? Get There – Bus It
  • Strategy rollout – ‘Dress Down Drug Free’ in the Hunter this month
  • Accords national – Just Think – Geelong’s campaign could go Australia-wide

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Issue 3 - 15 July 2008
  • Enforcement update – Dramatic improvements at the Cowra Picnic Races
  • Strategy rollout – Lithgow Accords ‘One hit and that’s it’
  • Well done – Don’t get caught with a fake ID in Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai

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Issue 2 - 8 July 2008
  • Strategy review – No takeaway sales after 10 pm in Inverell
  • Legal eagle – New mandatory liquor signs
  • Must read – Confused about identifying intoxication?

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Issue 1 - 1 July 2008
  • Who’s where – Albert Gardner to deliver Director’s policy and RSA on the frontline
  • Funding – Available for accords to prevent and reduce binge drinking
  • Accords national/international – Standard alcohol units worldwide

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Issue 30 - 24 June 2008
  • Strategy rollout – One strike and you’re out! Zero tolerance in Bathurst
  • Major event – Drug Action Week – Alcohol is a drug – Too!
  • Must read – DrinkWise makes ‘drinking to get drunk’ socially unacceptable

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Issue 29 - 17 June 2008
  • Strategy review – Bathurst sponsors RSA training for year 11 and 12 students
  • Strategy rollout – Manly’s new 2.30 am closing time for the big three
  • Did you know – Incorporated associations

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Issue 28 - 10 June 2008
  • Strategy review – Supply Means Supply in Armidale
  • Strategy rollout – Drinking is NO excuse for abuse in Port Stephens
  • Funding – who got what – Year 12 – B 4 U Drink think in Singleton!

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Issue 27 - 3 June 2008
  • Enforcement update – Unacceptable violence witnessed in Newcastle
  • Strategy rollout – Port Stephens accord’s message on a bottle bag
  • Strategy review – Students encouraged to step up and be responsible in Singleton

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Issue 26 - 27 May 2008
  • On the launch pad – Liquor Act 2007, Director’s policy and RSA on the frontline
  • Strategy rollout – Ballina, Casino and Lismore unite
  • Must read – Western Australia’s Local Government Alcohol Management Package

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Issue 25 - 20 May 2008
  • On the launch pad – Moree’s liquor accord and CDATs involve the youth
  • Well done – Orange - Police Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs) in hotels and clubs
  • Must read – Western Australia’s Local Government Alcohol Management Package

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Issue 24 - 13 May 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Albury - An overwhelming response from keen students
  • Strategy review – CDAT reduces risky drinking in Shoalhaven
  • Accords national/international – Message in a bottle – educating school children

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Issue 23 - 6 May 2008
  • On the launch pad – Hawkesbury – Are You Responsible
  • Strategy rollout – Liverpool supports Operation Roadsafe
  • Well done – Burwood/Canada Bay makes meetings worthwhile

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Issue 22 - 29 April 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Deniliquin Safe Return begins in June
  • Strategy rollout – Anzac Day - Orange planned ahead
  • Must read – New Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data

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Issue 21 - 22 April 2008
  • Strategy rollout – Albury retailers – join now!
  • Funding sources - CDSE – Don’t miss out on funding for your accord project
  • Accords National/International – Tasmania welcomes Burnie Liquor Accord

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Issue 20 - 15 April 2008
  • Well done – Draft plan for Maitland’s drinkers
  • Strategy review – Manly aims high to repair battered image
  • Strategy rollout – Drink spiking targeted in Southern Highlands

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Issue 19 - 8 April 2008
  • Enforcement update – Bottleshops – be more alert!
  • Well done – Double curfew for Cobar
  • Strategy review – Gunnedah - Gunny Gets you home

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Issue 18 - 1 April 2008
  • On the launch pad – Narromine/Trangie Liquor Accord
  • Strategy review – The Alcohol ‘No’ Zone change
  • Accords national – Fitzroy Crossing – reports show outstanding results

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Issue 17 - 25 March 2008
  • Well done – Tides turning on RTDs and energy drinks
  • Strategy rollout – Train your frontline to reduce problems in your venue
  • OLGR offer – Take your accord to the next level of success

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Issue 16 - 18 March 2008
  • Strategy review – Moree vouchers for your safety - $20,000 raised
  • Strategy rollout – Supply Means Supply in Eastwood and Gladesville
  • Must reads – Choice reviews Ready To Drinks (RTDs)

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Issue 15 - 11 March 2008
  • Well done – Good Times. Safe Times in Tamworth
  • Strategy rollout – Griffith Liquor Accord raises the bar...again
  • Must read – The cost of alcohol related crime

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Issue 14 - 04 March 2008
  • Strategy review – Jolley Trolley returns to Griffith
  • Strategy rollout – Shoalhaven’s ‘Safety First, Before Your Thirst’
  • Alcohol Response Taskforce (ART) – Over 300 staff and security trained

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Issue 13 - 26 February 2008
  • Enforcement update – Bottleshops on notice
  • Did you know – Community Drug Action Team (CDATs)
  • Accords national/international – NZ introduces culture change

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Issue 12 - 19 February 2008
  • Well done – ‘Get Bussed Not Busted’ in Coffs Harbour!
  • Strategy review – The official report - Eurobodalla “Think the Drink” program!
  • Must read – Standard drinks and Australian alcohol guidelines

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Issue 11 - 12 February 2008
  • Well done– Enjoy your time in Albury...but please respect our city
  • Accords national/international – South Australian accord chills out
  • Legal eagle - Liquor laws on the way

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Issue 10 - 05 February 2008
  • Well done - No takeaway in Inverell after 10pm to stop secondary supply!
  • Accords national/international – UK’s Best Bar None
  • Must read - Coffs Clarence security tips for pubs and clubs

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Issue 9 - 29 January 2008
  • Last drink – Remember your blood alcohol content (BAC) will continue to rise!
  • Must read – More minor ID checking needed
  • Funding grants to target risky drinking behaviour – applications close 15 April

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Issue 8 - 22 January 2008
  • Tarago hotelier pays for young patrons’ RSA training
  • Parramatta Accord bans colours to reduce patron discomfort
  • Must read - Cocktails of alcohol and energy drinks a dangerous combo

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Issue 7 - 15 January 2008
  • Check your drink sales – RTD’s more alcohol less volume is a risk
  • Enforcement update – Newcastle CBD assessing what works
  • Must Reads – The internet teaches Kids to make and use fake IDs

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Issue 6 - 08 January 2008
  • Accord fights for alcohol free zone
  • Nyngan targets fail to quit
  • Accord personality profile -Alana Billing, Racing NSW Country

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Issue 5 - 02 January 2008
  • Ministry of Transport funds Newcastle’s late night secure taxi rank
  • Plastic cups to reduce violent assaults
  • Griffith’s Jolly Trolley takes pressure of taxis

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Issue 4 - 27 December 2007
  • Rosehill Racetrack seeks OLGR expertise to assess RSA readiness
  • Supply Means Supply targets underage drinking in Bowral, Moss Vale and Mittagong
  • Increase in pre loading in the UK – Sound familiar?

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Issue 3 - 18 December 2007
  • No shot policy
  • Need funding?
  • Catch Ya Later

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Issue 2 - 11 December 2007
  • RSA certification to senior high school students
  • New liquor laws passed by Parliament
  • Late night transport ramps up for holiday period

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Issue 1 - 4 December 2007
  • Burwood/Canada Bay Liquor Accord launched
  • New liquor laws to reinforce voluntary accords
  • RSA workshops for bar and security staff

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